2000 Volvo V40 Review
2000 Volvo V40 Review
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Pros
- Strong complement of safety features, affordable base price, non-boxy styling.
Cons
- No manual transmission, price of car can quickly escalate with optional equipment installed.
What’s new
The S40 is Volvo's completely new entry-level sedan. Along with its wagon variant, the V40, this car rounds out Volvo's vehicle lineup. Safety, styling, and comfort are its main attributes.
Edmunds says
Small but loaded with safety equipment, the V40 is, unfortunately, too expensive and too small to take on such rivals as the VW Passat Wagon.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2000 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$198/mo for V40 Base
V40 Base
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Vehicle overview
Up to this point, it has been difficult for Volvo to attract younger car buyers. This has been due to both the price of current models and the not-so-hip stereotype that seems to come into play when owning a Volvo. Volvo's elixir comes in the form of the 2000 S40/V40.
Brought over from Europe (the S40 went on sale in 1996 over there), the S40 certainly looks like a Volvo, but the traditional Volvo boxy styling is subdued for a more pleasant shape. The lines are smooth, with a nice integration of the traditional Volvo grille. The V40 Wagon is also softer and kinder than previous "shipping-box-included" Volvo wagons.
All S40/V40s are equipped with a turbocharged, DOHC, 1.9-liter, 16-valve four-cylinder engine. Maximum horsepower is 160 at 5,100 rpm. A more important figure, however, is the 170 ft-lbs. of torque available as low as 1,800 rpm. The low torque peak is due to Volvo's Light-Pressure Turbo system (LPT), which is designed to build boost pressure more quickly than a normal turbo system. The 1.9-liter engine is mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. The transmission offers three modes: Economy, Sport, and Winter. As of now, the automatic transmission is the sole choice.
Inside, the 40 platform doesn't skimp on Volvo's usual strong points of safety and comfort. For safety, there are dual front airbags, side airbags (the S40/V40 uses Volvo's SIPS II side-airbag design, which is said to provide even more protection to the chest and head) and front seatbelts that are adjustable to match the driver's height. The front belts are also equipped with pre-tensioners, which tighten the belts in order to help prevent slack in a frontal collision. The S40/V40 also has Volvo's new Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) seats that were introduced on the S80 last year. These seats help prevent whiplash in a rear-end collision. The rear seats, including the center, are equipped with three-point belts and headrests. As you would expect, all of these features are standard. Other standard items include automatic climate control, heated rearview mirrors, and an electronic security system.
Volvo has given the 40 platform a fairly taut suspension, though comfort ultimately takes precedence over performance. And the S40/V40's comfort is just one of the strong characteristics that should draw interest from buyers for safety, utility and an improved personality over most other Volvo products. One must be careful when choosing optional equipment, however. A full load of options can bloom the price of a V40 Wagon to around $30,000.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2000 Volvo V40.
5 star(52%)
4 star(33%)
3 star(11%)
2 star(4%)
1 star(0%)
27 reviews
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4.75 out of 5 stars
Best car I have ever owned
ishq, 04/06/2012
2000 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon
Solid, reliable, sporty and can fit everything either in it or on it.
I purchased this car after a friend wrapped his Volvo around a telephone pole and walked away w/only a scratch or two.
I was surprised to find out how nimble this little wagon is.
Must get V rated tires, but it is worth it.
Kept up w/maintenance schedule, and has run like a charm for 195,000 miles.
Showing no signs of … quitting soon.
Highly recommend this car.
4.38 out of 5 stars
Love my Volvo Wagon
Leah M, 05/22/2010
2000 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon
I love this wagon and sadly now looking at having to replace it soon. I drive a lot, have over 208,000 miles, and have had three to four minor crashes in this car. However, I have never been injured and walked away fine. Three times I have been rear ended and the next day, no neck pain or injury, I felt nothing. The first time I found out the frame was bent from the impact! This has … been a great car for driving and on gas mileage, with a few issues, but overall I love it and it has served me well.
2.63 out of 5 stars
V40 No more Volvos for me
V40 Owner, 03/03/2007
2000 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon
This vehicle has given me fits pretty soon after I bought it used. First malfunction was a front left coil spring broke and ruined a brand new snow tire. A year and a half later left rear coil spring broke. Just replaced my second ignition coil last week after engine ran very rough and check engine light came on. Also had to replace an acceleration sensor (can't remember the technical … name for it) that was a $200.00 sensor. Pwr window buttons on the doors are all broken too. I expected better quality from a Volvo.
3.75 out of 5 stars
Get something else
jackal11, 01/22/2003
2000 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon
After a year of quality control trouble
with this fun to drive yet poor quality
Mitsubishi masquerading as a Volvo, I
sued Volvo. They are fighting it out
in court, instead of letting me out of
my lease. Nice guys, yeah!
2000 V40 Highlights
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $198/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 30.2 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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